Frequently Asked Questions

Rates & booking

How much does a stay at Enkusero Mara cost?

Enkusero Mara is all-inclusive. Rates are USD 775 per person per night in standard season and USD 1,095 in peak season, based on two people sharing, and include Maasai Mara National Reserve park fees. Meals, drinks, daily game drives and airstrip transfers are all included, with nothing extra to pay at camp.

What is included in the all-inclusive rate?

Everything. Your all-inclusive rate covers a deluxe tented suite with solar-heated water, all meals, alcoholic and soft drinks, daily game drives in an open-sided 4x4 within the Maasai Mara National Reserve, park fees, a complimentary sundowner, bush meals (weather permitting), Musiara Airstrip transfers, Starlink Wi-Fi and limited laundry.

Are park entry fees included in the daily rate?

Yes. Our all-inclusive, non-Kenyan resident rate includes daily entry fees to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, so there is nothing extra to pay at the gate.

How many nights should I spend?

We have a two-night minimum stay, but we recommend four nights. Four nights gives you time for an unrushed safari, with several game drives, a guided walk and a sundowner, without feeling you have to chase every sighting.

What are your deposit and cancellation terms?

A 60% deposit secures your booking, with the balance due 90 days before arrival. If you cancel between 90 and 60 days before arrival, 25% of the booking value is forfeited; between 60 and 30 days, 50% is forfeited; and within 30 days of arrival, the full booking value is forfeited.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 1:00 pm and check-out is by 11:00 am. We time arrivals around the flights into Musiara Airstrip, so send us your flight details and we will plan your first afternoon game drive around them.

Getting here

Where is Enkusero Mara located?

Enkusero Mara is on the border of the Maasai Mara National Reserve and the Mara North Conservancy in Narok County, Kenya. We are about 5 km from the reserve's Musiara Gate and a 15-minute drive from Musiara Airstrip, beside the Musiara Marsh the camp is named after.

How do I get to Enkusero Mara?

Most guests fly. Several daily flights leave Wilson Airport in Nairobi for Musiara Airstrip, taking about an hour, and we collect you from the airstrip. By road, the drive from Nairobi via Narok takes about five hours, following the C13 towards Mara Rianta and the Musiara Gate.

Are airstrip transfers included?

Yes. Transfers between Musiara Airstrip and camp are included in your rate for guests arriving on domestic flights. The drive takes about 15 minutes, and it is often your first game drive.

Do you provide road transfers from Nairobi?

Yes. A private road transfer between Nairobi and camp costs USD 600 return in total, not per person, and takes about five hours each way. Please request it when you book so we can confirm timing.

The camp & your stay

Who owns Enkusero Mara?

Enkusero Mara is a Maasai-led camp, co-owned by a Maasai guide born in this region who still leads many of our game drives. It is one of very few camps in the Maasai Mara under genuine Maasai ownership, and has operated since 2021 on community land on the edge of the Mara North Conservancy.

How many guests does Enkusero Mara host?

Enkusero Mara has just three tented suites and hosts a maximum of 10 guests. The small size keeps the camp quiet and personal, and means fewer vehicles at sightings.

Do you host children?

Yes, we welcome families with children aged 5 and over. An extra king single bed can be added to a suite for a child. Tell us your children's ages when you enquire so we can plan game drives and activities that suit them.

Is Enkusero Mara good for solo travellers?

Yes. Solo travellers can stay in our one-bedroom tented suite, set a short walk from the main camp, with a queen bed, writing desk and private balcony. It suits short breaks or longer stays for writing, creating or simply resting in nature.

Do you provide plant-based meals?

Yes. Our in-house culinary team prepares vegetarian, vegan and plant-based meals, and can cater for other dietary needs. Let us know your requirements when you book so our chefs can plan ahead.

Is there Wi-Fi at camp?

Yes. High-speed Starlink Wi-Fi is available in the main dining and lounge areas, included in your rate. There is no Wi-Fi in the tents, which keeps them a quiet place to rest between game drives.

Safari experiences

Will I share game drives with other guests?

Game drives are shared by default, with no more than two other guests in the vehicle, and often you will have it to yourself. A fully private vehicle can be arranged for an additional fee.

What activities are offered at Enkusero Mara?

Daily game drives in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, guided bush walks with Maasai guides (complimentary and unlimited), a complimentary sundowner, and bush breakfasts, lunches or dinners. An optional Maasai village visit costs USD 30 per person.

When is the best time to visit?

The Maasai Mara is worth visiting year-round. June to October is dry and brings the Great Migration. January to March is warm and dry with fewer vehicles. November and December bring short afternoon storms and newborn animals, while the April-May long rains offer green landscapes and quiet plains.

Can I see the Great Migration from Enkusero Mara?

Yes. The migration usually reaches the Maasai Mara between July and October, and our game drives go into the reserve, including the Mara River where the crossings happen. Timing shifts each year, so we recommend a stay of four nights to improve your chances.

Health & practical

Do I need to worry about malaria?

Yes, please take precautions. The Maasai Mara sits below 2,500 metres, where CDC guidance identifies malaria transmission, so speak to a travel doctor about antimalarial medication before you travel. Our tents are not fitted with mosquito nets, so bring insect repellent and cover up at dusk.

What should I pack?

Pack layers for cool mornings and evenings, neutral-coloured clothing, a warm jacket, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and binoculars. Light aircraft into the Mara limit luggage to 15 kg per person in a soft bag. See our full packing list for the complete rundown.

What about gratuities in camp?

Tipping is appreciated but never expected. If you would like to tip, US dollars or Kenyan shillings are preferred. As a guide, guests often give around USD 20 per staff member in total for their stay.

Do I need cash at camp?

Very little, since your stay is all-inclusive. There are no ATMs inside the Maasai Mara, so withdraw any cash you need for tips or souvenirs in Nairobi. The local currency is the Kenyan shilling, and US dollars are widely accepted.

Is Enkusero Mara eco-friendly?

Yes. The camp runs on 100% solar power, including a silent solar backup, and harvests about 80% of its water from rainfall. Wastewater is treated through a biodigester, organic waste becomes cooking gas, and we buy fresh produce from regional growers.

Last updated: October 2026